Indian Polity & Governance·Amendments
Vaccine Diplomacy — Amendments
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Version 1Updated 5 Mar 2026
| Amendment | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42nd Amendment | 1976 | Added 'international peace and security' to the Directive Principles under Article 51, strengthening the constitutional mandate for India's international cooperation including health diplomacy initiatives. | Provided stronger constitutional foundation for India's international health cooperation and vaccine diplomacy by explicitly mandating promotion of international peace and security |